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Band 5+: Describe a skill you would like to learn that is not job-related. You should say: - What the skill is - Why you want to learn it - How you plan to learn it And explain what benefits you think learning this skill will bring.

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I would like to talk about a skill that is not related to my studies, which is photography. I want to learn photography because I enjoy taking photos of nature and landscapes. I want to learn it because it is very imaginative and a comfortable form of expression. I believe learning this skill will help me relax and make good use of my free time. It is a great way to spend my leisure time. That's why I want to learn photography.

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I would like to talk about that is not related in my studies which is photography. I want to learn photography because I like taking photos of natural and natural landscapes. I want to learn it because it is very imaginative and comfortable cooperation. That’s why I want to learn it. I want to learn it. I think learning skill will help me relax and use my free time. It is gateway in free time. That’s why I want to learn photography.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.

Vocabulary Repetition:

photography: 3

want: 3

learn: 3

skill: 2

because: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is quite good. Working on consistency and tackling difficult sounds may enhance clarity.

Task Response

The response addresses the topic but lacks depth and specific details. To improve, elaborate on your plans for learning photography and provide more insight into the benefits you anticipate. Adding personal experiences related to your interest in nature and landscapes would also strengthen the answer. The response could be expanded as it currently feels quite brief.

Fluency & Coherence

The response is somewhat coherent, but there is noticeable repetition ('I want to learn it') which affects the flow. The ideas are presented, but the connections between them could be smoother. To improve, try to use varied linking words and phrases to connect your ideas and avoid repeating the same phrases too often. Practice speaking more continuously without unnecessary pauses or repetitions.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but lacks precision and variety. Words like 'imaginative' and 'comfortable' are used, but the range could be broader. To enhance your lexical resource, try to incorporate more specific and descriptive vocabulary related to photography and the benefits of learning it. For example, instead of 'comfortable cooperation,' you could say 'a relaxing and creative outlet.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammatical range is limited, and there are some inaccuracies (e.g., 'natural and natural landscapes'). The sentence structures are quite simple. To improve, focus on using a wider range of grammatical structures, such as complex sentences, and pay attention to accuracy in areas like article usage and noun forms. For example, instead of 'It is gateway in free time,' you could say 'It is a great gateway to spending my free time.'

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